Dexamethasone 4 mg Tablets

Adult dose

Administer 4 mg of dexamethasone orally once daily. The safety and efficacy of combination or divided administration of this product have not been established.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients allergic to this drug or its components, patients who have received live vaccines, patients with herpes simplex virus, herpes zoster, varicella, and those with infections or systemic fungal infections not adequately treated with antimicrobial agents should not take this medication. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so patients with genetic lactose intolerance should not take it. Some patients should use this medication with caution. Those with specific disorders or past medical history, such as glaucoma, tuberculosis, hypertension, thrombosis, peptic ulcer, psychosis, or osteoporosis should be particularly careful. This medication can suppress immune function, increasing the risk of worsening infections. Diabetic patients may have difficulty controlling blood sugar, requiring caution. Long-term use of this medication may lead to adrenal insufficiency, and sudden discontinuation can result in serious side effects, so the dosage should be gradually reduced. During the use of this medication, live vaccinations should be avoided and care should be taken to prevent infections, as susceptibility may increase. This medication may interact with several other drugs, so patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist of any concomitant medications. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should carefully consider the necessity and risks of using this medication, as it may affect the fetus or newborn, and discontinuing breastfeeding is advisable. Children and the elderly may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medication, so doses should be minimized and conditions should be closely monitored. Finally, if abnormal symptoms occur during the use of this medication, such as vision changes, infection symptoms, or changes in mental status, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional immediately.

Induction of infection, exacerbation of infection, secondary adrenal insufficiency, diabetes, menstrual irregularities, suppression of adrenocorticotropic hormone secretion, Cushing's syndrome, buffalo hump, peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding, pancreatitis, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, heartburn, abdominal distension, thirst, loss of appetite, increased appetite, mental disorders, depression, euphoria, insomnia, headache, dizziness, convulsions, osteoporosis, avascular necrosis of the femoral and humeral epiphysis, myopathy, myalgia, arthralgia, loss of muscle mass, muscle weakness, spinal compression fractures, tendon rupture, nitrogen equilibrium, fatty liver, edema, hypertension, blood pressure elevation, hypokalemic alkalosis, sodium retention, fluid retention, tumor lysis syndrome, iritis, lens opacity, keratitis, optic neuritis, increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, subcapsular cataract, secondary eye infections due to fungi or viruses, retinal disorders, exophthalmos, blurred vision, leukocytosis, thrombosis, acne, hirsutism, alopecia, pigmentation, subcutaneous bleeding, purpura, ancestors, itching, abnormal sweating, facial erythema, delayed wound healing, thin and fragile skin, adipose tissue inflammation, urticaria, vascular neurogenic edema, allergic dermatitis, rash, anaphylaxis, fever, fatigue, steroid-induced nephropathy, weight gain, changes in sperm count or motility, hiccups, malaise, acute adrenal insufficiency, fever, headache, loss of appetite, weakness, myalgia, arthralgia, shock symptoms, visual impairment, blurred vision

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees at room temperature.

Appearance

White egg-shaped tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle